Theia uses complex Artificial Intelligence (AI) Software, to automatically highlight and identifies anomalies in scan images, which will direct staff to potential contraband, and thereby stopping contraband from entering, and improving the safety of prison estates.

Theia is driven by machine learning algorithms. It has been trained on large collections of “negative” body scan images, i.e., images that are free of any contraband. These scans have taught Theia what a negative scan should look like, and it has learnt therefore to recognise anything that should not be part of a full body scan and highlight the anomaly to the operator. The symbiotic relationship between the operators and Theia reduces operator error and improves overall safety within prisons and custodial estates.

An enormous benefit to using the machine learning and AI algorithms that make up Theia, is the software will continuously improve.  According to the company, the more data Theia is exposed to, the more it learns, optimises, and grows in accuracy.

“AI and machine learning is being increasingly used in our daily lives and has proven its value in many fields. Utilising this technology to reduce contraband from entering a facility fits into our core strategy, to improve safety for inmates, staff, and visitors” Said Joost Deutekom, Marketing Manager OD Security. “I look forward to demonstrating the software and showing how this will improve your detection capabilities at ICPA in Florida.”